Martyrs Podcast

Psalm 22

This is our sixth and final study of our Lenten Series on the Psalms. This week we have what’s arguably the most Lenten of all the psalms: Psalm 22. What makes it so Lenten is its clear connection to the cross. First, the psalm depicts a suffering servant of God whose rescue and vindication bring about the conversion of all the nations to YHWH. Sound familiar? Second, Jesus quotes the beginning of the psalm on the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”
 
In this study, we'll walk through Psalm 22 and pull out many of the great theological nuggets it contains.
 
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The Raising of Lazarus and Christian Hope

Reflecting on John 11:1-45, Fr. Wahlmeier talks about the uniqueness of Christian hope. Death is not final. Christ will raise from the dead those who are joined to him. 

22.2 Teaching Mass continued

Fr. Wahlmeier walks us through the Mass, unpacking the theologic and biblical meaning behind the various things we and the priest do, say, and wear. Along the way, he answers several questions about topics such as incense, receiving communion, and more.

22.1 Teaching Mass

Fr. Wahlmeier walks us through the Mass, unpacking the theologic and biblical meaning behind the various things we and the priest do, say, and wear. Along the way, he answers several questions about topics such as incense, receiving communion, and more.

Psalm 130

This week our psalmist leads us up out of our sin and up the steps of the Temple. Along the way, we renew our faith in God’s character and in his promise of the resurrection. Read together with the raising of Lazarus, we see how Jesus is the deeper meaning of Psalm 130.
 
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Spiritual Blindness

Reflecting on today's readings, especially the healing of the man born blind, Fr. Asitha draws our attention to our own spiritual blindness. Such blindness can take many forms. We may be blind to God's goodness and be quick to complain. We may be blind to the goodness and needs of others and instead see only their faults and our own self-interests. Whatever the source and form of our blindness, Fr. Asitha invites us to come to the light of Christ and pray, "Jesus, let me see again." 

Psalm 23

Ranking as one of the most popular of the psalms, Psalm 23 is quite rich. But its familiarity can often cause us to pass over it too quickly. This week we slow down to take a closer look into this comforting prayer. Read in light of our Gospel this Sunday, the sacramental imagery pops off the page. 
 
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The Woman at the Well: An Invitation to Encounter Jesus

Jesus encounters a Samaritan woman at a well and asks for a drink. A discussion ensues and the woman goes from ostracized and ashamed to openly proclaiming Jesus as the Christ. Fr. Hall helps unpack this by explaining some of the details in the story. He then invites us to open ourselves up to a similar encounter with Jesus. 

21.2 Catholic Social Teaching on Solidarity and Subsidiarity

In this second part of the class on CST, Fr. Hall teaches on solidarity and subsidiarity. 

21.1 Catholic Social Teaching on Human Dignity

In this first part of the class on Catholic Social Teaching, Fr. Hall helps unpack the preferential option for the poor and human dignity.